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Achatine is a French word for land snail or Escargot that originated in Asia (China or Indonesia) which thrives in swamps and has an oversize pedicule. It is also reported that this giant snail has originated in West Africa, but were distrubuted in some other countries as a food source, but is now listed as one of the top 100 envasive species in the world.
Deutsch: Achiote / Español: Achiote / Português: Achiote / Français: Achiote / Italiano: Achiote
Achiote is a spice and natural food coloring derived from the seeds of the annatto tree (Bixa orellana). It is widely used in Latin American, Caribbean, and Filipino cuisines for its earthy, slightly peppery, and mildly sweet flavor. Achiote is often used to marinate meats, enhance rice dishes, and give food a rich reddish-orange color. It is commonly found in the form of whole seeds, powder, or achiote paste (a blend of annatto, vinegar, garlic, and spices).
English: Annatto / Deutsch: Annatto / Español: Achiote / Português: Urucum / Français: Roucou / Italiano: Annatto /
In the food context, "Achuete" or "Achiote" refers to the seeds from the annatto tree (Bixa orellana), which are used primarily as a coloring agent and flavor enhancer in cooking. Originating from tropical regions of the Americas, achuete is widely used in Latin American, Caribbean, and Filipino cuisines.